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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
5 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
Of the 2 trains that leave Shoreham-by-Sea for Plymouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 278 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 278 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£115 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:43 Shoreham-by-Sea | 6h05 | 10:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:50 Shoreham-by-Sea | 5h58 | 10:48 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth
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Trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £62 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southern from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, Southern trains will get you between Shoreham-by-Sea and Plymouth from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shoreham-by-Sea to Plymouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shoreham-by-Sea and Plymouth
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 19:55 Saturday 06:10 - 19:45 Sunday 06:25 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via street and level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area available in the booking hall
- Storage location: Station front and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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